Causes: Animal Protection & Welfare, Animals

Mission: Colony Cats is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose primary mission is to address cat overpopulation in central Ohio through public awareness and spay/neuter efforts.

Results: Since 2002, our organization has facilitated spay/neuter of nearly 9,000 cats and dogs, and placed more than 7,500 pets in homes.

Target demographics: Specialized help for feral, stray and abandoned cats is a core element of our programs.

Geographic areas served: Central Ohio

Programs: We assist compassionate caregivers who are feeding and watching over homeless cats by providing TNR (trap-neuter-return) and other support services including food, shelter, vaccines and additional vet care for injuries/illness, as well as educational resources.